Christmas Exhibition and Christmas Market in the Hirschstetten Flower Gardens
Visitors can wander through elaborate floral arrangements, glowing light installations, and an illuminated pavilion with staged photo spots. Alongside the exhibition, an Advent market features more than 50 stalls selling regional delicacies, handcrafted gifts, and Christmas ornaments. The event also offers family crafting stations, charity punch, and live musical entertainment.
What to Expect
Floral Christmas displays paired with an Advent market of over 50 stalls.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Hirschstetten
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Wiener Stadtgärten
Food & Drink
The market offers regional specialties and other treats, and visitors can stop by a charity-punch booth.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and christmas market browsers
Vibe
Festive and glowing
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Thu-Sun 10:00-20:00; Mon, Dec 7 and Tue, Dec 8 10:00-20:00.
- Parking: The west entrance is the only parking option. The south entrance cannot be accessed by vehicle. The page strongly recommends public transportation because of roadworks and detours.
- Pets: Dogs are prohibited throughout the grounds, except assistance dogs.
Tips & Advice
- Come by tram 26 or 27, bus 95A or 95B, or the S80 or R81 to Hirschstetten, as roadworks and detours make public transport strongly recommended.
- If you do drive, head to the west entrance on Spargelfeldstraße, because it is the only parking option and the south entrance has no vehicle access.
- Leave the dog at home, since dogs are banned on the whole grounds and only assistance dogs are allowed in.
- Look for the on-site photographer and the staged photo spots if you want family pictures among the lights and floral displays.
- Stop by the charity punch stand while browsing the more than 50 market stalls of regional specialties, crafts and tree decorations.
Special Events & Promotions
- Extra opening days on Monday, December 7, and Tuesday, December 8, on top of the usual Thursday-to-Sunday schedule.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there for kids?
There are crafting stations, and children can walk through the light installations and the pavilion strung with lights.
Can we get family photos taken?
Yes. There are staged photo spots around the gardens, and a photographer is on site taking keepsake photos.
What food and drink is there?
The Advent market has more than 50 stalls run by the Kulturverein Donaustadt, with delicacies and regional specialties. There's also a charity punch stand.
Where should I park?
The west entrance on Spargelfeldstraße, across from No. 22, has the only parking. Vehicles can't reach the south entrance on Quadenstraße. Public transport is strongly recommended because of roadworks and detours.
Is there live music?
Yes. The Kulturverein Donaustadt puts on a varied music program. The full 2026 program will be announced closer to the event.
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